In dealing with people with at least moderate self-esteem, you can often motivate them to do something by insisting they'll fail at it.
For more ways to get motivated see Self-Discipline in Ten Days.
Or read the free articles on overcoming procrastination on my website. When you get there, on the left menu, click on "procrastination."
I've got this problem right now. Sometimes I wonder if I will ever finish my PhD thesis.
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